Chandipura virus outbreak

Rajasthan Reports Two Chandipura Virus Deaths, Health Department Launches Surveillance

Rajasthan steps up surveillance as two deceased girls' reports test positive for Chandipura virus

Chandipura virus is an emerging vector-borne pathogen that primarily affects children aged below 15. It causes fever, flu-like symptoms and acute encephalitis (inflammation of the brain).

22 children die of Chandipura virus in Gujarat this monsoon

Gujarat has reported 184 suspected cases of the virus so far, of which 35 have tested positive, while the results of 11 samples are awaited, Health Minister Praful Panseriya said

22 children dead in Gujarat's Chandipura virus outbreak; 35 infections confirmed

Health teams are spraying pesticides in animal husbandry areas to control sandflies, which spread the virus, state health minister Praful Panseriya said.

22 children die of Chandipura virus in Gujarat, 7 under treatment

22 children die of Chandipura virus in Gujarat, 7 under treatment

Centre sends experts for CHPV probe

What is Chandipura virus? Doctor explains how it spreads

Gujarat is grappling with a new outbreak of the Chandipura virus, which has been linked to several suspected child fatalities. This virus is known to trigger acute encephalitis, which can escalate quickly. Initially, it presents with symptoms similar to common fevers, but any neurological signs necessitate immediate medical attention. It's spread by infected sandflies and mosquitoes, so preventing bites and maintaining hygiene is essential for safety.

What Is Chandipura Virus? Gujarat Issues Fresh Advisory After 22 Child Deaths

Centre deploys national joint response team to support States facing a Chandipura virus outbreak

Disease control, medical, animal husbandry experts sent to Gujarat, Rajasthan to support public health measures; sandflies are established vectors, but scientists studying role of other insects, domestic animals too

Centre deploys response team to Gujarat, Rajasthan amid Chandipura virus cases

The Centre has also stepped up disease surveillance, scientific investigations and testing in the affected districts to better understand and contain Chandipura Virus Disease outbreak

Centre deploys teams to combat outbreak of Chandipura virus

The Union health ministry on Wednesday deployed a National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT) to Gujarat and Rajasthan to strengthen the response to the ongoing Chandipura Virus Disease (CHPV) outbreak, which has claimed lives of at least 22 children in Gujarat, this monsoon